Sara talks with writer and professor, Dr. Lynne Baab, who shares her wisdom on carrying both grief and gratitude in one's life. Lynne offers practical tips and advice for nurturing a gratitude practice, improving listening skills, and navigating difficult emotions such as sadness and anger. The conversation also delves into the challenges of receiving unsolicited advice and the importance of finding a supportive community. Ep.133; June 20, 2023Key Moments:[2:46] Grief and gratitude both stretch you[10:20] How we deny gratitude in our American culture[14:28] Our perspective shift as Christians[18:38] Prayer is key for grief and gratitude balance[23:52] Listening is a skill that can improve[30:49] Anger & sadness are taboo in Christian society[33:51] Learning to listen and finding spiritual directionResources:https://www.lynnebaab.com Two Hands: Grief and Gratitude in the Christian Life by Lynne M. BaabJoy Together: Spiritual Practices for Your Congregation by Lynne M. BaabSabbath Keeping: Finding Freedom in the Rhythms of Rest by Lynne M. BaabPrayers of the Old Testament (LifeGuide Bible Studies) by Lynne M. BaabPrayers of the New Testament (LifeGuide Bible Studies) by Lynne M. BaabGrief AND thankfulness: How to Listen an article by Lynne M. Baab*Lynne Baab has a friend who is expanding her spiritual direction practice, Lisa Keosababian. Lisa conducts spiritual direction by zoom, so location is no problem: https://www.spiritualdirectionwithlisa.com    If you enjoyed the show:Have you purchased our new book, The Other Side of Special? Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show